SPACE+ART
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| Makrolab, Rottnest Island Australia, 2000 |
This week we learned about how space influences art concepts. From ancient cave painting to technology advancements, artists have sought to capture the beauty of the vast expanse of space. Space was possible because the "cultural imagination was fed by artists, writers, and musicians who dreamed of human activities in space. Their role is still crucial in defining our future vision of space" (Malina). Our idea of the Sun as the center of the Solar System all started with Nicolaus Copernicus who proposed a heliocentric system, that the planets orbit around the Sun (8 Space Pt.1 1280x720). In the 17th century, a new device called "telescope" was coined by Giovanni Demisiani, which became a fundamental tool in expanding space and also serving as a wellspring of inspiration for artists. Additionally, television shows that are space-related have greatly influenced popular culture and thinking about space (Vesna, Space Pt.6).
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| Heliocentrism |
The connection between art and space can be found in the genre known as "space art." Space art refers to "forms of artistic expression inspired and influenced by outer space based on our growing knowledge of the universe" (Twinkl). This connection can also be found in real life projects. For example, the Makrolab project is a fusion of art, science, and technology that focuses on migrations, telecommunications, and extreme natural conditions in an isolated environment. According to the article "Coded Utopia," the utopia is encoded through the abstract materiality of faktura: conceptual art, modular architecture, hi-tech engineering, computerized communication systems. But the project is also oriented by a reflection on the modulation of time, conceived as a control procedure" (Peljhan).
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| NASA International Space Station |
In conclusion, space has been a long source of inspiration for artists. Through paintings, sculptures, films, and pictures, art has played a crucial role in shaping our understanding of space exploration. Moreover, the relationship between space and art reflects humans' desire to explore the universe.
Works Cited
“CODED UTOPIA Makrolab, or the art of transition.” Wikipedia, https://brianholmes.wordpress.com/2007/03/27/coded-utopia/. Accessed 31 May 2024.
“8 Space Pt1 1280x720.” Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZIqTR332l8&t=1s. Accessed 31 May 2024.
“The Leonardo Space Art Project Working Group.” Wikipedia, https://spaceart.org/leonardo/vision.html. Accessed 31 May 2024.
“Space Pt6.” Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYmOtFjIj0M&t=17s. Accessed 31 May 2024.
“What is Space Art? - Answered.” Twinkl, https://www.twinkl.com/teaching-wiki/space-art. Accessed 31 May 2024.
Images
“CODED UTOPIA Makrolab, or the art of transition.” Wikipedia, https://brianholmes.wordpress.com/2007/03/27/coded-utopia/. Accessed 31 May 2024.
“Heliocentrism.” Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heliocentrism. Accessed 31 May 2024.
“Station Overview.” Wikipedia, https://www.nasa.gov/international-space-station/space-station-overview/. Accessed 31 May 2024.
Hi Regina! Great job on your blog this week! I also agree with how since the very beginning artists have strived to capture the beauty and essence of space which is truly fascinating. I really enjoyed reading about the connection between art and space through the Makrolab project. Reading that portion I could also see the connection between different topics and art we learned about this quarter (like tech, math, and science). I think you pictures did a great job at emphasizing the points in your blog. Great work!
ReplyDeleteHey Regina! I really enjoyed reading your blog this week! I really enjoyed seeing how in Coded Utopia they were able to seamlessly connect and intertwine math, science, tech, engineering, and art. I also loved how you were able to tie it back together with a really great point about how the further expansion of our knowledge of space is just more and more things for artists to draw inspiration from. I look forward to seeing your next post!
ReplyDeleteHi Regina! I enjoyed reading through your blog post for this week! I especially like how you included cultural aspects to your post and how it connects to space, art, and science. Overall, I really like how your post flowed including your sources, pictures, and explanations of both!
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